Alex Ham joins Barclays as Global Chairman of Investment Banking
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Mr. Ham is a proven leader who brings 20 years of experience and leadership to Barclays. He joins from Deutsche Bank where he served as Co-CEO Deutsche Numis and Head of Global Private Growth Capital. In growing that franchise, Mr. Ham developed strong connectivity between European founders of high-growth companies and the leading global venture capitalists, private equity, and the public equity markets.
He brings to Barclays deep connectivity in the key technology hubs around the world and strong client relationships with the entrepreneur community globally. This is critical as Barclays looks to be at the forefront of advising clients driving disruption and innovation.
Commenting on the appointment, Cathal Deasy, Global Co-Head of Investment Banking at Barclays, said, 'We are excited Alex is joining Barclays and are confident he will bring to our Investment Banking franchise a unique combination of connectivity across the global growth and private capital ecosystems, with a proven track record as a trusted adviser to founder-led, high-growth companies.'
Also commenting on the appointment, Taylor Wright, Global Co-Head of Investment Banking at Barclays, said, 'Alex will help us grow mindshare with venture capitalists and growth private equity investors, and deepen engagement with clients. This will further enhance the momentum in these franchises, while also contributing to our strategic objectives of growing market share in ECM and M&A.'
Mr. Ham's appointment will strengthen Barclays' leading UK and European franchises across all industries. He starts in early 2026.
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Our vision is to be the UK-centred leader in global finance. We are a diversified bank with comprehensive UK consumer, corporate and wealth and private banking franchises, a leading investment bank and a strong, specialist US consumer bank. Through these five divisions, we are working together for a better financial future for our customers, clients and communities.
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